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also skunk
as in dogs
a person whose behavior is offensive to others
he's nothing but a dirty, rotten skunk
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1
as in bombs
to defeat by a large margin
we ended up skunking them, as our goalie was able to prevent the other team from scoring a single goal
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as in masters
to achieve a victory over
our football team consistently skunks our traditional rivals Thanksgiving after Thanksgiving
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as in stings
to rob by the use of trickery or threats
unwilling to let suppliers skunk him, the restaurant owner inspected every shipment before signing off on it
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Recent Examples of skunks
Felicia Feaster,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
The lakeshore bird also faces threats from predators like dogs, coyotes and skunks.
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Christiana Freitag,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
Bruha said preventing access to those areas is one of the most effective ways to keep skunks from settling on a property.
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Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Rabies is most common in wild animals including skunks, raccoons, bats and foxes.
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Laura Horne,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
To neutralize the skunk oil, use 1 quart of hydrogen peroxide, ¼ cup of baking soda and 2 teaspoons of dish soap.
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Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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Nothing is as attractive to a skunk as a cozy woodpile or rock pile to den in, says Fyffe, so keeping your yard free from those skunk havens is key.
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Felicia Feaster,
Martha Stewart,
20 June 2026
The lakeshore bird also faces threats from predators like dogs, coyotes and skunks.
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Christiana Freitag,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
Bruha said preventing access to those areas is one of the most effective ways to keep skunks from settling on a property.
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Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Rabies is most common in wild animals including skunks, raccoons, bats and foxes.
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Laura Horne,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
To neutralize the skunk oil, use 1 quart of hydrogen peroxide, ¼ cup of baking soda and 2 teaspoons of dish soap.
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Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for skunks
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In addition, Milk-Bone is hosting a rooftop screening and intergalactic rest-stop for Dogs in NYC for famous dogs and their owners, as well as press and influencers.
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Short-muzzle breeds like pugs and bull dogs are at higher risk of heat stroke, as are older dogs, overweight dogs and dogs with medical conditions, according to Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine.
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The campus is eerily silent, even as Israel attacks Lebanon and the United States bombs Iran.
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The United States bombs Iran's nuclear facilities days later.
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Finally, Kim masters the steps and takes to the stage with confidence, as her family cheers her on!
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Levy masters one hilarious perplexed comedic reaction after another as Nicky, a closeted pastor with a zany, highly dysfunctional family.
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Considering Dylan Holloway was that pick, and the Oilers haven’t found much in any round of all the drafts since, the irony stings for fans of the team.
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If feedback stings, breathe, then ask one clarifying question so everyone understands your intent.
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Hang out with sheep, meet magicians and clowns and explore the amusement park.
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The only leaders more buffoonish and lethal than the fairground hucksters elected in our failing democracies are the omnipotent clowns of tyranny.
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The vessel bends, blocks, and whips the wind into complex micro-currents before the air ever hits the sails.
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In the fourth minute, Meschack Elia whips a ball across the box to Bakambu, eight yards from goal.
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If Sky defeats Morgan in the Queen of the Ring finals, that would likely set up a rematch for Morgan’s Women’s World Championship at SummerSlam.
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Which side of a sun shade faces out Not using a sunshade properly almost defeats the purpose of using one at all.
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Any forward who cheats for defence, as Ryan Nugent-Hopkins has for much of his career, will play an elevated role on a Babcock team.
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Though Lesnar rarely cheats to win, Femi isn’t going to lose clean.
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“Skunks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skunks. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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